Step into the heart of Southeast Europe’s tech revolution with the Modern Tech & Innovation: From Zagreb’s Startups to Hypercar Engineering Tour, a dynamic 7-day journey designed for engineering, computer science, and business students, as well as corporate innovation teams and investors eager to experience the region’s fast-rising technology scene.
Begin in Zagreb, where creativity and entrepreneurship collide. Dive into the local innovation ecosystem at ZICER, meet startup founders during a live pitch session, and discover how Croatia has evolved into one of Europe’s most agile startup hubs. The excitement peaks at the Rimac Campus, home of the record-breaking Nevera hypercar, where participants get exclusive access to production floors, battery systems, and a behind-the-scenes look at how engineering precision meets visionary design.
Explore Zagreb’s thriving software, AI, and robotics community through curated visits to tech companies and university research labs, then shift gears to Belgrade, Serbia, a growing powerhouse for digital innovation. At the Science and Technology Park Belgrade, uncover how startups scale globally through incubation, government support, and product excellence. Meet founders, engineers, and investors shaping the next generation of Balkan tech success stories.
The program concludes with university lab visits and an interactive AI, robotics, and cybersecurity panel, connecting participants with the people redefining innovation in emerging markets.
This tour blends exclusive access, expert talks, and real-world insight – the perfect journey for anyone ready to witness how passion, innovation, and collaboration are transforming the tech landscape of the Balkans.
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Arrive in Zagreb and visit ZICER for a curated overview of the Croatian startup landscape, followed by a moderated pitch session with selected founders and a networking mixer with local operators.
Private transfer to Rimac Campus for an exclusive tour of battery systems, upholstery, and vehicle assembly, with a focused session on the Nevera tech stack, manufacturing integration, and Q&A with engineering staff.
Visits to a leading software/product company and an AI/robotics team for delivery and R&D practices, then a guided program at the University (FER) labs on research transfer, followed by an afternoon VC/accelerator reverse pitch.
Private transfer to Belgrade, check‑in, and an evening briefing on Serbia’s tech ecosystem with a local founder, covering talent pipelines, incentives, and regional go‑to‑market strategies.
Morning at Science and Technology Park Belgrade for a session on incubation and government instruments; afternoon visit to a top IT or gaming company for product‑development roadmaps, monetization, and org design.
Guided visit at the University of Belgrade (engineering/computer science) with a professor talk on AI, robotics, or cybersecurity, lab walk‑throughs, and a closing panel on cross‑border scaling and partnerships.
Wrap‑up breakfast with takeaways and next‑steps, followed by a private transfer to Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport for onward flights.
